Walking down Fulton Street will look a little bit different in the lead up to the US Open. The USTA has taken over Seaport for the US Open Experience. The fun stretch of the lower Manhattan block boasts a covered stage, youth-sized courts, food and drink stands (complimentary Lavazza coffee anyone?) and even a replica of the famous Flushing Meadows Unisphere.
Thursday opened with a Net Generation clinic with coaches, including 17-time doubles Grand Slam champion Gigi Fernandez, helping children learn the game. With red balls and child-sized racquets flying everywhere, a slew of US Open players showed up to lend a hand, and a hit.